Spine Archive: Kyphoplasty

Much like vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty is done to alleviate pain along with other possible issues involving compression along the spine. Unlike vertebroplasty however, this process utilizes an inflated balloon-like piece that is inserted into the vertebrae and is inflated. This extra process ensures that the vertebrae returns to its original volume. Once the spinal deformity has been mitigated, a needle is used to inject a cement-like medium into the targeted spinal area.

This surgical procedure is done to alleviate pain along with other possible issues involving compression along the spine. The process cushions fractured bone using a needle that is used to inject a cement-like medium into the targeted spinal area. This surgery is very similar to kyphoplasty – which is also explained here in Dr. Leone’s Knowledge Center.